I hope you know these are just trolls! I don't see any reason why you shouldn't love Regina and CS. And if you help other CS shippers discover what an amazing character Regina is, that's great :D Why would any Evil Regal want to discourage people from talking about Regina and discussing her character and try to stop people from being her fans just because they also like CS? That's nonsense.
I agree with everything you say, nonnie. They are just trolls. I always remember that they do not reflect the beauty that the ER fandom has to offer- because Iāve met some incredible people. As I always say: āevery fandom has assholes.ā And yes, It is completely self-defeating to try to encourage people in wider fandom to dislike the thing that you like.
I donāt know how many CS shippers Iāve helped see Regina in a different light, but I know Iāve made some good friendships in both fandoms. Even if they donāt see what I see, they can appreciate that I have a different POV. I am hoping that the longer Iām here, speaking positively for both, the more people can see the beauty I see in both Regina and CS.
My greatest wish is for people to ask how I feel about something and not just assume. Because anyone who knows me, knows I love Captain Swan and Regina. Thereās no āorā in there for me.... ever. But, you canāt ask questions about peopleās thoughts when youāre busy trolling. Which is why the block button is so nice. ;)
Thank you for sending sunshine, anon! You are what makes fandom great!!!